Direct Support Professional

About Misericordia

Misericordia offers a community of care that maximizes potential for persons with mild to profound developmental disabilities, many of whom are also physically challenged. By serving society's most vulnerable citizens, Misericordia also serves the families who want the best for them yet cannot provide it at home.

Through a spectrum of residential options on its 37-acre Chicago campus and in the community, and with a wide variety of programs, Misericordia currently serves more than 600 children and adults residentially, from diverse racial, religious, and socio-economic backgrounds. Twenty percent of our residents either come from poverty families or have no families and are wards of the State.

Misericordia Heart of Mercy is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for adult residents who need care during our PM shift, 3-11pm.

Misericordia: DSP Position Overview & Career Benefits:

For our DSP role we are looking for individuals who are able to be very hands on in supporting and working with our individuals. This position requires high energy, stamina and strength in addition to great patience and ability to support individuals needing a higher level of behavioral support.

The ideal candidate must be dependable, compassionate and have a passion for helping others. Our paid extensive training program will equip you with the necessary knowledge to provide high quality care to our residents.

Our PM shift offers an exciting opportunity to experience activities, outings and events off campus with residents. As a PM DSP, you will aid in residents' quality of life by participating in activities that will enhance and develop your relationship with residents.

Job Responsibilities:

* Full-time position, 3pm-11pm shift, 3 weekends a month and some holidays required

* Foster a meaningful relationship between the residents and their community

* Assist residents with their daily living and independence skills/personal care

* Committed to ensuring resident's rights

* Strong interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills

* Ability to implement quality programming

* Ability to demonstrate reliability, flexibility and adaptability

* Ability to work as part of a team and independently; self -motivated

DSP Education and Experience Requirements:

* High School Diploma or GED

* Successful clearance of background check, physical, and drug screen

* Reliable and responsible attitude

* Show compassion and commitment to providing quality care to residents

* Able to lift 40 pounds, unassisted

DSP with HS Diploma/GED Pay Scale

Base pay: $20.00

* Day Shift: $20.00/hour on weekdays: + $2 more per hour on weekends Sat/Sun

* Evening Shift: $20.00/hour + $3.00 more per hour on weekdays M-F + $5.00 more per hour on weekends Sat/Sun

* Overnight Shift: $20.00/hour+ $1.50 more per hour on weekdays M-F + $3.00 more per hour on weekends Sat/Sun

DSP with 4-year Degree Pay Scale

Base pay: $21.00

* Day Shift: $21.00/hour on weekdays: + $2 more per hour on weekends Sat/Sun

* Evening Shift: $21.00/hour + $3.00 more per hour on weekdays M-F + $5.00 more per hour on weekends Sat/Sun

* Overnight Shift: $21.00/hour + $1.50 more per hour on weekdays + $3.00 more per hour on weekends Sat/Sun

Benefits:

* Health, vision and dental insurance

* Paid time off

* 401K Matching

* Roth 401k with 2% match tax-free withdrawals after retirement

* Tuition reimbursement

* Referral bonus

* Attendance bonus

* Many opportunities for growth throughout the company

* Various professional trainings offered

* Referrals to state funded resource providing support in finding childcare

Misericordia is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150.